The Punjab and Haryana High Court has remanded a contentious land mutation case back to the Commissioner of Patiala Division for a fresh decision, nullifying the
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In a landmark judgment, the Patna High Court has overturned the decision of the Bihar Public Work Contract Dispute Arbitration Tribunal, ruling that sub-contractors are recognized
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Revenue Authorities Lack Jurisdiction to Adjudicate on Wills; Genuineness Must Be Proven in Civil Court - Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled in favor of Ramsakhi in
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Orissa High Court comprising Justice Arindam Sinha and Justice M.S. Sahoo delivered a notable judgment in the matrimonial appeals. The appeals involved a dispute over divorce
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Madras High Court has set aside the acquittal of respondents in a cheque dishonor case under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, and ordered
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High Court Affirms Arbitrator's Decision on Final Bill and Claims, Dismissing Objections of Union of India. The High Court of Delhi upheld the dismissal of
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Jammu & Kashmir High Court dismissed a plea filed by parents-in-law challenging domestic violence proceedings initiated by their estranged daughter-in-law under the Protection of Women from
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In a critical ruling delivered by a division bench of the Karnataka High Court comprising Hon'ble Justice K.S. Mudagal and Hon'ble Justice Vijaykumar A. Patil dismissed
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Order under KAAPA Quashed Due to Improper Delegation of Authority . The Kerala High Court has quashed a preventive detention order under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention)
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The High Court of Delhi has dismissed a petition seeking to amend the original written statement in a civil suit concerning the specific performance of an
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High Court Upholds Arbitration in Insurance Dispute Despite Insurer’s Total Repudiation of Claim - In a significant ruling, the High Court at Calcutta, under the Commercial
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High Court emphasizes necessity of proper procedure and sanction under Prevention of Corruption Act in bribery cases involving public servants. The Bombay High Court’s Nagpur Bench has
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Supreme Court delivered a significant judgment , acquitting the appellant in a case involving the alleged murder of K. Nagesh. The Court ruled that the prosecution
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Justice Must Not Only Be Done But Also Appear to Be Done: Supreme Court on Politically Charged Investigations directed the transfer of investigations in
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High Court's Role Ends After Disposing Appeal; Further Interventions Are Coram Non Judice - Supreme Court of India delivered a significant ruling in the case of
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Justice N.S. Shekhawat of the Punjab and Haryana High Court granted bail to Lovepreet Kaur @ Sapna, who had been implicated in a murder case solely
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High Court quashes interim order by District Consumer Redressal Commission, affirming exclusive jurisdiction of SARFAESI Act over securitization matters. The Orissa High Court has quashed an
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Madras High Court finds no evidence of bribery or conspiracy in the case involving municipal officers and a company director over alleged illegal building permissions, quashing the
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Court grants Rs. 5 lakhs interim compensation to parents, highlighting negligence and contributory negligence issues. The Punjab and Haryana High Court has awarded interim compensation to
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Preference Given to CITS Certification; Selection Process Deemed Fair and Reasonable - The Patna High Court has upheld the validity of the selection process for Industrial
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Supreme Court delivered a significant judgment , acquitting the appellant in a case involving the alleged murder of K. Nagesh. The Court ruled that the prosecution
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Justice Must Not Only Be Done But Also Appear to Be Done: Supreme Court on Politically Charged Investigations directed the transfer of investigations in
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High Court's Role Ends After Disposing Appeal; Further Interventions Are Coram Non Judice - Supreme Court of India delivered a significant ruling in the case of
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Supreme Court of India dismissed an appeal by the Union of India, confirming the eligibility of Saroj Devi, the widow of Naik Inderjeet Singh, for Liberalized
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Supreme Court of India overturned the conviction of a death row inmate, citing grave procedural lapses and a failure to ensure fair trial rights. Supreme Court
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Supreme Court of India quashing the proceedings against the appellant, Irfan Khan, who had been charged under Sections 25, 54, and 59 of the Arms Act,
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The Supreme Court of India has commenced contempt proceedings against Patanjali Ayurved Limited, its Managing Director Acharya Balkrishna, and its prominent face Baba Ramdev. The proceedings
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In a pivotal judgment delivered, the Supreme Court of India ruled that High Court judges, regardless of whether they are appointed from the Bar or promoted
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In a significant judgment dated November 28, 2024, the Supreme Court acquitted Suresh Chandra Tiwari and another appellant, reversing their conviction in a murder case based
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Supreme Court of India delivered a significant judgment, setting aside the High Court’s order that had directed issuance of summons against the appellant under Section
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In a landmark judgment Supreme Court of India upheld the High Court's decree granting specific performance of an oral agreement of sale from 1986. The case revolved around whether
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In the landmark judgment Supreme Court of India adjudicated on the critical question of whether a government employee, recommended for promotion before retirement but unable to
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Supreme Court of India in State of Karnataka v. Chandrasha reversed a Karnataka High Court acquittal and reinstated the conviction of a government official under the
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"Even an intention to commit an offence punishable with imprisonment, coupled with house-trespass, constitutes the offence punishable under Section 451." – Justice C.T. Ravikumar. Supreme Court
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Supreme Court of India upheld the denial of a Scheduled Caste certificate to a petitioner who claimed entitlement based on her reconversion to Hinduism after being born into
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Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment in a batch of appeals arising from disputes over land acquisitions for the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority
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Supreme Court of India clarified significant issues surrounding consent in long-term consensual relationships and its implications in criminal law. The case revolved around an FIR filed
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In a landmark judgment Supreme Court addressed the issue of over-implication of relatives in matrimonial disputes. The Court quashed the FIR against the petitioner (Accused No.
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Stay connected and up-to-date with the latest legal news, landmark judgments, bare acts, calculators, and much more! Lawyer E News is excited to offer a dedicated WhatsApp group
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Supreme Court of India upholding the Andhra Pradesh High Court's 2010 decision that quashed a series of government orders (GoMs) related to the preferential allotment of public
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The Punjab and Haryana High Court has remanded a contentious land mutation case back to the Commissioner of Patiala Division for a fresh decision, nullifying the
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In a landmark judgment, the Patna High Court has overturned the decision of the Bihar Public Work Contract Dispute Arbitration Tribunal, ruling that sub-contractors are recognized
read more
Revenue Authorities Lack Jurisdiction to Adjudicate on Wills; Genuineness Must Be Proven in Civil Court - Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled in favor of Ramsakhi in
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Orissa High Court comprising Justice Arindam Sinha and Justice M.S. Sahoo delivered a notable judgment in the matrimonial appeals. The appeals involved a dispute over divorce
read more
Madras High Court has set aside the acquittal of respondents in a cheque dishonor case under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, and ordered
read more
High Court Affirms Arbitrator's Decision on Final Bill and Claims, Dismissing Objections of Union of India. The High Court of Delhi upheld the dismissal of
read more
Jammu & Kashmir High Court dismissed a plea filed by parents-in-law challenging domestic violence proceedings initiated by their estranged daughter-in-law under the Protection of Women from
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In a critical ruling delivered by a division bench of the Karnataka High Court comprising Hon'ble Justice K.S. Mudagal and Hon'ble Justice Vijaykumar A. Patil dismissed
read more
Order under KAAPA Quashed Due to Improper Delegation of Authority . The Kerala High Court has quashed a preventive detention order under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention)
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The High Court of Delhi has dismissed a petition seeking to amend the original written statement in a civil suit concerning the specific performance of an
read more
High Court Upholds Arbitration in Insurance Dispute Despite Insurer’s Total Repudiation of Claim - In a significant ruling, the High Court at Calcutta, under the Commercial
read more
High Court emphasizes necessity of proper procedure and sanction under Prevention of Corruption Act in bribery cases involving public servants. The Bombay High Court’s Nagpur Bench has
read more
Justice N.S. Shekhawat of the Punjab and Haryana High Court granted bail to Lovepreet Kaur @ Sapna, who had been implicated in a murder case solely
read more
High Court quashes interim order by District Consumer Redressal Commission, affirming exclusive jurisdiction of SARFAESI Act over securitization matters. The Orissa High Court has quashed an
read more
Madras High Court finds no evidence of bribery or conspiracy in the case involving municipal officers and a company director over alleged illegal building permissions, quashing the
read more
Court grants Rs. 5 lakhs interim compensation to parents, highlighting negligence and contributory negligence issues. The Punjab and Haryana High Court has awarded interim compensation to
read more
Preference Given to CITS Certification; Selection Process Deemed Fair and Reasonable - The Patna High Court has upheld the validity of the selection process for Industrial
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Madhya Pradesh High Court, under Justice Pranay Verma, ruled that an objection to pecuniary jurisdiction cannot be raised during execution proceedings. The ruling came in response
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Petition under Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act dismissed due to complainant’s foreign residence - The Kerala High Court has quashed a complaint filed
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The Karnataka High Court has ordered the transfer of matrimonial dispute proceedings from the Family Court in Dharwad to the Senior Civil Judge and Judicial Magistrate First
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The Civil Procedure Code (CPC) of 1908 is a comprehensive statute that governs the procedure to be followed in civil courts in India. It aims to consolidate
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Access to justice is a fundamental human right, yet for many, especially those from marginalized communities, this right remains elusive. Recognizing this, the National Legal Services Authority
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The Specific Relief Act, 1963 is one of the foundational statutes in Indian civil law that provides a unique set of remedies where mere monetary compensation for
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The Indian legal system, with its roots in colonial jurisprudence, has evolved over centuries to form a robust and intricate system of justice. One of the cornerstones
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The Juvenile Justice system in India has evolved significantly over the years, reflecting the changing societal values and international commitments towards the rights of children. The Juvenile
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Cross-examination is a critical component of the adversarial legal system, particularly in India, where it serves as a powerful tool for truth discovery. The process allows the
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